2002 Daewoo Magnus vs. 1990 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 250 kg more than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Magnus | 1990 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Magnus | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
